MP’S EXPENSES: A SNAP SHOT

Using the Freedom of Information Act, Rise Like Lions has managed to obtain the expenses claims of three leading members of the House of Commons.

SIR IVOR LARGEWALLET, TORY (CHELSEA STADIUM)

Lady Henrietta Largewallett (died 1967) Secretary 2006/2007 - £23,567

Jess the Labrador, Personal Assistant – 2006/2007 - £5600

Travel expenses – Fist class travel on the Titanic -2006/2007 - £9000

Smoked Salmon, Russian Caviar, Quails Eggs – 2006/2007 - £9500

Eyebrow hairdresser - £7689

Second home, third home, forth home - £23458

Actual constituency work – 6p

BECKHAM CHANEL COCO SPICE BOY ANDRE BIG BROTHER, NEW LABOUR (BURBERRY)

Nike peaked cap (50) - £3456

Berghuas Jacket, blue/yellow Gortex for indoor use - £1245

Force Ten Cider – 4000 litres - £1200

I Pod, Burberry pink - £2679

Peter Andre/Jordan Talc Range - £8759

Spit - £5600

CHARLES KENNEDY

Bar Bill - £12,000,000

As you can see, there is no indication of any wrongdoing and these figures represent money well spent.

South Tyneside has also released the following Councillor’s claims for 2006/2007.

George Elsom – canned hot air - £1256

Lady Linda of Waggott – Ward Maps - £567

Lord Paul of Waggsville – email costs – 12p

David Potts – based on attendance – minus £7.50